Lago Restaurant opens, bringing Italian opulence to the Bellarine Peninsula

When Lonsdale Links announced an inspired dining experience was to be part of their redevelopment, we got word that we’d…

Save the date, Geelong’s Winter Shiraz Weekend is returning this July

Winemakers love Shiraz for its reliability, impressive yields and resistance to disease; drinkers love it because it is delicious when…

This Geelong burger bar is hosting adults-only nights with boozy desserts, shakes and cocktails

It’s always a vibe when one of Geelong’s venues puts on an after-dark, adults-only, boozy session, and the latest to…

Local distillery Anther Spirits just launched an indulgent chocolate gin and a range of gin-soaked cherry chocolate bars

It’s hard to resist the sweet taste of a delicious chocolate cocktail. From boozy milkshakes to sweet martinis, many drink…

Good news, looks like a drive-through juice bar is opening in Geelong

Some days, when you’re feeling healthy, hungover or just looking for breaky on run, the cravings for freshly squeezed juice…

Get baking this weekend with this MasterChef’s Anzac biscuit recipe

Anzac Day is upon us and before paying your respects to the diggers, jumping in the kitchen and baking up…

Miami is bringing all the holiday vibes of the coastal US city to Torquay

Meet Miami, the restaurant (which is truly one of the cutest I’ve seen) giving the illusion of being on holiday…

Oz Flame Café and Sports Bar is the newest drinking and dining destination to open in Geelong

After a glam new makeover, Moorabool Street has just scored a brand-new foodie destination with a globe-trotting menu, unbeatable locals…

Surfcoast locals Flowstate and Bird Rock team up for a one-night degustation dinner with matched gin

Looking for something delicious and decadent to do this Thursday night? Then boy do I have the night for you….

Feast your eyes upon this seafood marvel at Bay View Bar & Grill

Taking pride in its prime location on Geelong’s spectacular waterfront, Bayview Bar & Grill is a great place for all…

Score a killer feed and save your coin with these epic meal deals in Geelong

Whether you’re trying to save your coin or you’re just looking for a killer feed that won’t break the bank,…

10 of Geelong’s newest eateries worth checking out

Another month, another wave of cafe and eatery openings in the region. These are the ones you should know about:…

Bellarine Distillery unveils its debut Single Malt Whisky, the first new whisky made in Geelong in 40 years

Local champions and champions of locals, the Bellarine Distillery, is finally releasing the first barrel of their Australian Single Malt…

Six of the best local gin distilleries to try, whether you drink gin or not

Over the last few years, distilleries have been popping up all over the Geelong region, and if you’re anything like…

Put away the passport, Stoneflow Gin is bringing the African wilderness to Australia

Sandy savannahs; powdery golden beaches; star-studded desert skies; towering cliff faces; jagged and lush mountains, rich exotic fauna and national…

Loosen your belts, all-you-can-eat bao is back with bottomless punch bowls to boot

Graze your way through a free-flowing feed of their forever loved Bao Buns and unlimited glasses of sparkling wine.

Deep dive into the world of wine: From grape to glass with Red Hill Estate Winery

The Wine Industry is one that’s vast and expansive in Australia, and with extensive wineries across the East Coast, our…

Submit your song requests and dine in style with Piano Bar’s flawless new menu

Things are happening at Piano Bar. Big things. New things. Amazing, delicious things. With its recent move to a new…

Put your thinking caps on, here’s a list of the best pub trivia nights in Geelong

This is just to name a few of the great trivia events on around town but make sure to keep your eyes peeled because the fun never ends!

Get excited, Barwon Heads Brewing Co. are about to become the new taste of the Bellarine Peninsula, with three new beers on the way

Barwon Heads is about to see the launch of their very own local brew, which is perfectly poised to become…

Find Thai family food at the authentic and welcoming Hommali Bangkok Restaurant

Bringing the flavours of their childhood to you, Hommali Bangkok Cuisine is the brand-new Thai restaurant in Geelong serving food…

A massive craft beer festival is heading to Melbourne, and we’ve got an epic three-day double pass to giveaway

After its 2020 induced slumber, the world-renowned Great Australasian Beer Spectapular is making a triumphant return to Melbourne this May!…

With winter weekends incoming, Melbourne’s Kaiju Beer just released a warming seasonal beer to stock in your fridge

Ohhhh, winter. You’re so close we can feel it (in our frozen toes) and no matter how many layers we…

A new food truck park is launching this year, gifting South Geelong an outdoor oasis

Victorians sure love a food truck park. You’d be hard-pressed to find a local who hasn’t found joy in devouring…

 

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